Registration

Driving and karts

Discounts and other terms

What discounts can be used?
Every client registers at the reception of Lauta Karting Track and with each time he drives kilometers are recorded in his RaceFacer profile. When 100 kilometers are reached he receives a membership card giving him the right to use 10% discount. For all other bonus systems please follow RaceFacer.com
– When you reach 200 km – silver card with 10% discount.
– When you reach 1000 km – goldern card with 20% discount.
– When you reach 2000 km – platinum card with 30% discount.
– The issuance of the card is free, but lost card reissuance price is 5 leva
* If a club card holder does not visit the Lauta kart track in 30 calendar days, he loses 5% of his discount. For each of the next 30 days (consecutively) another 5% is lost. In order to regain its preferential terms, the client must visit the track and for each registered session will refund 5% of the discount. Contact the runway staff for more information.

Safety rules when driving a kart

⚠ KARTING IS A HIGH-RISK ACTIVITY — read all the rules before driving!

1. Registration and admission

• Every driver signs a Declaration of awareness of the rules and risks at reception. Without a signed declaration, access to the track is not granted.
• On a first visit, presenting an ID document (ID card or passport) is mandatory for age verification.
• Persons under 16 are admitted only with the written consent of a parent/guardian (signed declaration).
• Persons under 14 are admitted only in the presence of an adult companion for the entire duration of the drive.
• The minimum height for driving solo is 140 cm. Under 7 years of age — only in a twin kart with an adult driver. The minimum age for a passenger in a twin kart is 3 years.

2. Mandatory equipment

• Helmet — mandatory for all drivers at all times on the track. Provided by the track. Personal helmets are permitted if they comply with the current standard.
• Balaclava (head sock) — mandatory for hygiene reasons. Purchased at reception and remains your personal property.
• Shoes — firmly tied. Driving in sandals, flip-flops, slippers or high heels is not advisable and can be dangerous — in that case you drive at your own risk.
• Clothing — comfortable and close-fitting. PROHIBITED: scarves, clothes with loose or hanging parts, straps or belts that could get caught in the kart’s mechanisms.
• Long hair — must be tied up and tucked under securely fastened clothing, or in a bun, before putting on a helmet.
• Personal belongings (phone, keys, coins and all items from your pockets) — must be placed in the lockers at reception before getting into a kart.

3. Health restrictions

You may not drive if you:

• are pregnant;
• have a diagnosed cardiovascular condition;
• have problems with your neck, lower back or spine;
• have undergone surgery on the musculoskeletal system, or other high-risk surgery, in the last 3 months;
• are intoxicated or under the influence of drugs — you will be removed without the right to a refund;
• take medication that affects reactions and concentration (antihistamines, tranquillisers, etc.) — consult a doctor if necessary.
• The instructor has the right to refuse to let you get into a kart or start a lap if they judge that your condition raises suspicion of alcohol and/or drug use, that you are below the required age limit, or that any other circumstance indicates you are unfit or unsafe to operate a kart.

Important: If you are in any doubt about your health, consult a doctor before driving. The track bears no responsibility for hidden health problems the driver was already aware of.

4. Safety briefing

• Every driver undergoes a mandatory safety briefing before each drive, covering flag signals, the main track rules and kart operation.
• Persons who have not completed the briefing are not permitted to operate a kart — no exceptions.
• On a first visit, the instructor checks your ability to start and stop before allowing you to drive solo.
• No prior driving experience is required. You must understand and follow the instructions. If anything is unclear — ask the instructor before going out on the track.

5. Driving rules

5.1 Before going out on the track

• You have the right and the duty to inspect the kart before driving: steering wheel, seatbelt, tyres, brakes and running gear. Drive only once you have approved the kart as sound. If you decline due to a fault, the amount paid is refunded.
• Wait for the instructor’s signal before going out on the track.
• Pull out SLOWLY — cold tyres have low grip. The first 1–2 laps are warm-up laps.

5.2 While driving

• Follow the direction of travel on the track. Driving in the opposite direction is strictly PROHIBITED.
• Drive at all times with BOTH HANDS ON THE WHEEL, looking ahead in the direction of travel. Constantly watch the karts in front of you. Turning sideways or backwards while moving is prohibited.
• Deliberately ramming, pushing or shoving the safety barriers or other drivers is prohibited.
• Suddenly changing direction in order to ram or cut off another driver is prohibited.
• Throwing any objects onto the track or at other drivers is prohibited.
• Stopping on the track without good reason, or waiting for another driver, is prohibited.
• Using a mobile phone while driving is prohibited.
• Keep a safe distance. Do not overtake in the pit-entry zones, at the track entry/exit points, or under a yellow flag.
• Respect all markings and light signals on the track and obey them throughout your time on the track. Follow all signs and instructions given by instructors or other track staff. Pay particular attention to the marked entry/exit points of the track and pits.
• In an incident (spin, loss of control, getting stuck) — stay in the kart, do NOT get out, raise your hand and wait for the instructor.
• The instructor may require the session to be stopped and you to leave the track without a refund if you drive recklessly, hit barriers or tyres, strike the safety blocks or other drivers, throw objects onto the track or at drivers, drive in the wrong direction, or otherwise endanger the health or property of others on the track.
• When finishing the session, reduce speed and return slowly and safely to the PIT (BOX) area, stopping without touching the karts in front of you.
• Getting out of the kart and removing protective gear (helmet, protective items) is PROHIBITED anywhere on the track premises, unless an instructor has explicitly invited you to do so.
• In the PIT (BOX) area, you may get out of the kart and remove protective gear ONLY after all karts have come to a complete stop. Do not get out while even a single kart is still moving around you.
• Do not touch the engine, exhaust or any metal parts at the rear and underside of the kart — they can cause serious burns.

5.3 Adverse weather conditions

• In rain or on a wet track — reduce speed significantly. Grip is sharply lower.
• In a thunderstorm, strong wind, dense fog or icy conditions, the instructor may pause or terminate the session. Amounts paid are refunded as vouchers.

7. Quick reference — Forbidden and Mandatory

✗ Forbidden

• Drinking alcohol or using drugs before or during driving
• Getting out of the kart anywhere on the track premises
• Driving in the wrong direction on the track
• Deliberately ramming or pushing another driver or the barriers
• Entering the pits at high speed and hitting or touching stopped karts
• Driving with loose hair, scarves or hanging clothing
• Driving while pregnant, or with heart or spinal problems
• Entering the track area without the instructor’s permission
• Using a mobile phone while driving
• Throwing objects onto the track or at other drivers
• Removing a helmet or protective gear without the instructor’s permission
• Touching the engine, exhaust or hot metal parts of the kart

✓ Mandatory

• Wearing a helmet and balaclava at all times on the track
• Closed-toe, closed-heel shoes — firmly tied
• Long hair tied up and tucked under clothing or in a bun
• Obeying the flag signals at all times
• Placing personal belongings in lockers before driving
• Stopping immediately at a Red Flag and returning to the PITS
• Staying in the kart in an incident and raising your hand
• Completing the safety briefing before every drive
• Notifying the instructor of any incident or fault
• Inspecting the kart (brakes, steering, seatbelt) before going out
• Getting out of the kart and removing your helmet ONLY after all karts have stopped
• Driving with both hands on the wheel and looking ahead in the direction of travel

8. Requirements by kart category

• Children’s kart — from age 7 / min. 140 cm. Under 14, an adult companion is mandatory.
• Twin kart (passenger) — from age 3. Adult driver, min. 18 years. The passenger is solely under the driver’s supervision.
• Standard kart (adults) — min. 140 cm / min. age 16. At 16–17, a parent/guardian declaration is required.
• Sports kart (GT5/RX250) — min. age 16/18 plus a qualifying standard. A minimum qualifying time on a lower kart class must be achieved first.

9. Twin kart — obligations of the driving parent/guardian

These rules apply to the adult driver of a twin kart when the passenger is a child.

• You undertake to watch the child at all times while moving on the track and to monitor their safety and condition.
• Before setting off, personally check and tighten the child’s seatbelt. Do not go out on the track if the belt is not correctly fitted and tightened.
• Keep your eyes on the child for the entire time on the track, without exception.
• Immediately stop driving and signal the instructor if you notice the child is unwell, frightened, uncomfortable or in any danger.
• You assume full responsibility for the child’s health and safety throughout the drive.
• You may not hand over control of the kart to the child in any form — the child is solely a passenger.
• Ensure the child is dressed appropriately as set out in Section 2, and that the seatbelt is correctly fitted and tightened before every start.

10. Rules for spectators and companions

• Spectators are welcome only in the designated spectator areas. Access to the track and the pit area is allowed only with an instructor’s explicit permission.
• Persons under 16 may not be in the pit area without an adult companion.
• Passing items (drinks, food, belongings) to drivers during an active session is PROHIBITED.
• Entering the kart movement area is PROHIBITED at all times.
• In an incident on the track, stay where you are and do not enter the track. Follow the instructor’s directions.
• Photography and filming are permitted only from the designated spectator areas.

11. What to do in an incident

• In a breakdown or kart fault, stay in the kart and do NOT get out on your own. Raise your hand and wait for the instructor.
• Notify the instructor of any involvement in an incident, even if there are no visible injuries.
• In an accident, remain on the track until help arrives or the instructor releases you.
• If you need medical help, notify the instructor immediately. In an emergency, call 112.
• After the session ends, return the kart in the same condition in which it was provided. You are liable for the full cost of any damage caused.

Flags and signals

  Green flag – The track is clear. Normal speed. Start of a practice lap.
  Yellow flag – DANGER — reduce speed immediately. Overtaking is PROHIBITED. Be ready to stop.
  Blue flag – You are about to be lapped. Make way without sudden manoeuvres.
  Black and White flag – Warning for unsporting conduct (shown with your number). A repeat offence means the black flag.
  Black and White flag – Enter the PITS IMMEDIATELY. Continuing after a black flag carries additional penalties.
  Red flag – ⚠ EMERGENCY STOP — reduce speed and return slowly to the PITS. Do NOT overtake. Do NOT get out of the kart.
  Red flag BOX – End of session. Reduce speed and return calmly to the PIT (BOX) area.